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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A coat normally costs £40. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 25%. Work out the sale price of the coat. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £30

   25% of £40 = £10. Sale price: £40 − £10 = £30.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 4 m wide. Fencing costs £5 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £110

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 4) = 22 m. Cost = 22 × £5 = £110.